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22 March 2012

The home stretch!

Yep. I'm full term y'all! Crazy huh?? Feels like just yesterday I was announcing my pregnancy! And then spilling the beans about how we're having another precious baby boy!

Gosh.

Okay so I don't have a ton to say other than I just wanted to document that I'm officially full term! And that, realistically, this little babe could come at any time!

Here a few updates:

At my last OB appointment, my doctor told me that she is expecting this baby to be bigger than Bennett... her guess is 8.9lbs (if I go all the way to 40 weeks). She's not expecting me to go past 40 weeks, but in the event that I do... she will induce me at 41 weeks.

I tested positive for Group B Strep. It's not a super big deal, but I will need to hustle to the hospital when I go into labor so they can get me started on antibiotics. (here's some info on it in case your curious)

I got my hospital bag packed. Not much in there but some clothes and toiletries.

Infant car seat has been installed. It's weird looking in the back and seeing the toddler seat AND the infant seat. Holy moly.

And here's a question for you all.

I feel like so many of you have followed me so loyally through this pregnancy, and I so much appreciate all of the love and support that I've received through this blog. You are all wonderful!!

So here's the question: When my labor starts, would anyone want me to post updates as things progress? I could post them on my facebook fanpage or twitter. Or do you not care about the labor and want me to just post the birth story/pics after he arrives? If people want to follow along during my labor, I will definitely update one of my social networking sites as frequently as I can! Let me know! :)

You are looking great! I loved hearing those words "full term." Unfortunately my stubborn little boy was 8 days late so being full term was just a tease because I still had a month left! I hope and pray you don't go late! Prayers for a safe labor and delivery process and I can't wait to see pictures of your sweet new baby boy!

you are such a gorgeous mama! I would definitely love to hear about how your labor goes but then again. we don't want to stress you out with having to tweet when you should just be concentrating on you and the baby. Sending you lots of positive vibes! Good luck with everything!

Baby Fitzie, please come meet us soon! Well, not until mommy is ready though. I of course want a minute by minute play by play, though I am hoping to be there in person for some of it. Oooh, you could vlog! Or do a live feed video ;-) Ahhh, I am so stinkin excited to meet him! I feel like the next few weeks are going to drag on and on.

Yay...I'm so happy for you! I remember how ready I was to have my baby#2 and how excited I was when I set up the second crib, installed the second car seat, and got out all of the tiny newborn clothes! I can't wait to see him. It'd be awesome to hear about your labor via Twitter if you have time.

My oldest was so sweet (and still is 8 months later) with his little brother. I'm sure Bennet will be the same way.

You look so great! Of course, we would love to hear updated but just do whatever is best for you! Sometimes it's nice just to forget the internet for a while and enjoy your labor and share later. Or, if you want to tweet, that's great but we all understand that birth is a busy time and it's not bad if you need a little break! :)

I absolutely CANNOT believe you are full term already! It seems like I just read your announcement post yesterday! I have a feeling Sully will be a lot bigger than Elliot, but my OB hasn't said much of anything about it yet. I'm curious to see if she says anything at my next appointment.PS- just curious, did you test positive for group B strep with Bennett as well? Is it something that can pop up randomly even if you didn't test positive for it the first time? Hmmm.

You are looking so great and I know you are thrilled to give birth to this baby boy. I'd love to hear anything but chances are that I'll probably catch up with you after it's been said and done. Congratulations mama!

Oh I will definitely try to post pictures! I think it will just depend on how the labor goes and how much time I have and if I think about it. Whoa that was a complicated answer! he he. Thanks so much for following me along this journey! Means so much!

Ive been following you through the whole pregnancy and its funny how excited I am to meet him even though I don't even "know" you! Thanks for sharing your life with us! Praying for a safe and easy delivery!

Mandy, please "DO" update your FB page as your labor progresses, I love to read what's going on with you. I'm in my 33rd week of my first pregnancy so it's so nice to read about your experiences, as many of them have been mine too. :-) Good Luck!

WOW you look gorgeous!!! Can't believe how quickly your pregnancy went! :) I'm guessing you're going to be busy in labor and all so I don't expect any updates, but would love to hear the birth story and definitely post pictures ASAP! :D I believe you were planning all natural--no pain meds--?? or amI thinking of someone else?, but if you do get the epi, then by all means update :) Can't wait! Good Luck!!!

Okay, so EVERYONE I know in the blogging world follows you and loves you, so I had to get in on the action! I am loving your blog...and you look beautiful preggos! :-)Your newest fan and follower♥ Kyna

Post labor updates! I love reading about people's progress! Also, make sure you are constantly reminding people that you are positive for Group B strep if they try and send you home. I got sent home twice and ended up delivering as soon as I got to the hospital for the third time, which was not enough time to get the antibiotics. :( It was incredibly stressful and dangerous for baby. Hang in there and can't wait to see updated on your new little one!